When it comes to human rights campaigning, we’re one of the most respected organisations in the world. At the heart of our agenda is AI’s campaigning with and for individuals at risk.

About the role

The Campaigner is responsible for the development and delivery of campaigns to improve the lives or conditions for on Individuals at Risk; people and communities around the world having their human rights abused in some of the most serious ways. The post holder will work with other teams at AIUK to help identify tactical objectives and develop appropriate messages for our political audiences, the public and our supporters. The post holder will also support the development and execution of priority campaigns which include IAR cases/ Human Rights Defenders (HRDs).

About you

We are looking for a tactical thinker and persuasive communicator to join our Individuals at Risk programme. You will have experience working in a campaigning organisation in a campaigning, advocacy, government relations or communications role.

Working with colleagues across the organisation and AI’s sections around the world you should be coming in with experience working with a range of people inside and outside own organisation to achieve objectives.

Given the important and wide-ranging nature of this role, you’ll be a highly motivated, creative and organised individual, with a track record of contributing to successful campaigns.

For full details of the role, please see the job description below.

About us

Our aim is simple: an end to human rights abuses. Independent, international and influential, we campaign for justice, freedom and truth wherever they’re denied. Amnesty International is a global movement of more than 7 million people who campaign for a world where human rights are enjoyed by all. Our supporters are outraged by human rights abuses but inspired by hope for a better world - so we work to improve human rights through campaigning and international solidarity. We reach almost every country in the world and have:

more than 2 million members and supporters who drive forward our fight for rights

more than 5 million activists who strengthen our calls for justice

Whether we’re applying pressure through powerful research or direct lobbying, mass demonstrations or online campaigning, we’re all inspired by hope for a better world. One where human rights are respected and protected by everyone, everywhere.

Amnesty values a diverse work force and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Apply for this role

For further details about the role please click 'Visit Website'. To apply, please complete an application form before midday on Friday 15th June 2018. Interviews will be held at our Shoreditch office on Tuesday 26th June 2018.

Amnesty International values diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Applications for flexible working will be considered. Please note that to be considered for this role, the successful candidate must be able to provide proof of their eligibility to work in the UK.